Pride Mobility Path rider Owner's Manual
Owner’s Manual
3 and 4-wheel
The Ultimate In Style & Performance
®
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia ACN # 088 609 661
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the scooter to identify warnings and important
information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely .
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation that can cause personal
injury, equipment and/or property damage (black symbol on yellow triangle with black
border).
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform
mandator y actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment (white
symbol on blue dot).
PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited; do not perform at any time or in any situation.
Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage (black
symbol with red circle and red slash).
Please fill out the following information for quick reference:
Pride Provider:______________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:__________________________
Purchase Date:__________________________ Serial Number:_____________________________ __
NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any
changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this
manual and the product you have purchased.
088 609 661
This product is manufactured by :
Pride Mobility Products Corporation
182 Susquehanna Avenue
Exeter, P A 18643-2694
USA
Copyright © 2006
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty . Ltd.
INFMANU2838/Rev C/July 2006
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................ 4
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 5
III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 16
IV. YOUR SCOOTER ..................................................................................................................... 18
V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ........................................................................................... 23
VI. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 27
VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 29
VIII.DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 32
IX. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. 34
X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................... 35
XI. WARRANTY............................................................................................................................... 38
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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
W elcome to
state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. W e are confident the design features
will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Understanding how to
safely operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operations and service.
Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual and all other accompanying literature
before attempting to operate this product for the first time. In addition, your safety depends upon you, as
well as your provider, carer, or healthcare professional in using good judgement.
If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation, please contact your authorised Pride Provider. Failure to follow the instruc-
tions, warnings, and notes in this manual and those located on your Pride product can result in
personal injury or product damage and will void Pride’s product warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product or
remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail,
refuse, or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the
safe use of this product.
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.
(Pride).
The product you have purchased combines
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
W e want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear
about the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you received from your authorised Pride Provider. Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important
information about safety, new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy
your scooter . Please feel free to contact us at the address below:
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
V ictoria, Australia
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact
us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the scooter to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions.
It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to
reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while
operating.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum weight capacity.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from
drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Locked and in drive mode.
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Front-to-rear plug orientation.
Do not remove anti-tip wheels.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible.
Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition.
Removal of grounding prong can cr eate electrical hazard. If necessary, properly
install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged
plug access. Failure to heed could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension cord
to the AC/DC conv erter or the battery charger.
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries.
Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
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GENERAL
MANDA TOR Y! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your scooter is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an
extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the scooter user. Please be aware that the
final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of scooter to be used is the responsibility of the
scooter user who is capable of making such a decision and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical
doctor, physical therapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted
the scooter to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorised Pride
Provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the scooter user will need to practice operating the scooter in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a
family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a scooter user in various daily living
activities.
As you begin using your scooter during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which
you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as
you maneuvre through doorways, on and off lifts, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to
operating the scooter safely .
MODIFICATIONS
Pride has designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility . However , under
no circumstances should you modify , add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your scooter .
WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter .
REMOVABLE PARTS
WARNING! Prevent personal injury and/or product damage! Do not attempt to lift or move
your scooter by any of its removable parts, including the armrests, seat, or shroud.
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PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK
Get to know the feel of your scooter and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check
before each use to make sure your scooter operates smoothly and safely.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:
! Check for proper tyre inflation (if equipped with pneumatic tyres).
! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
! Check all harness connections. Make sure they are secured properly .
! Check the brakes.
! Check battery charge.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorised Pride Provider for assistance.
TYRE INFLATION
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least
once a week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tyres and help ensure the smooth
operation of your scooter.
WARNING! It is critically important that 2-2.4 bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure be maintained
in pneumatic tyres at all times. Do not underinflate or ov erinflate your tyres. Low pressure
may result in loss of control and overinflated tyres may burst. Failure to maintain 2-2.4
bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in tyre and/or
wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.
WARNING! Inflate your scooter tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure
gauge. Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting
in a burst tyre and/or personal injury.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Refer to the specifications table for information.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal
injury and dama ge to your scooter. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or
property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your scooter. Carrying passenger s may result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
INCLINE INFORMATION
More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy and safe
access. Some ramps may have turning switchbacks (180-degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on your scooter .
! Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
! Take wide swings with your scooter around any tight corners. If you do that, the scooter’s rear wheels
will follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short, and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners.
! When driving down a ramp, keep the scooter’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to
ensure a safely controlled descent.
! Avoid sudden stops and starts.
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When climbing an incline, try to keep your scooter moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly and then
accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so by setting the speed adjustment dial to the
slowest setting and driving in the forward direction only. If your scooter starts to move down the incline
faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the throttle control
lever. Then push the throttle control lever forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.
WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the
incline. Drive your scooter straight up the inc line. This greatly reduces the possibility of
a tip or a fall. Always exercise e xtreme caution when negotiating an incline.
WARNING! Do not drive your scooter across the side of an incline or diagonally up or
down an incline; do not stop, if possible, while driving up or down an incline.
WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas
covered with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves).
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the scooter in freewheel
mode while seated on it or standing next to it.
WARNING! Even though your scooter is capable of climbing slopes greater than those
illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or
any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in
your scooter , resulting in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.
Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries and therefore do not
necessarily share the same standard percent of slope. Other inclines may be natural or, if man-made, not
designed specifically for scooters. Figure 1 illustrates your scooter’s stability and its ability to climb grades
under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions.
These tests were conducted with the scooter’s seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat
base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your scooter’s ability to travel up
inclines is affected by your weight, your scooter’s speed, your angle of approach to the incline and your
scooter setup.
158kg
10,5% (6°)
Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angle
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in f igure
1 may put your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal
injury.
WARNING! Never carry an oxygen tank weighing more than 6 kg. Never fill the front or
rear basket with contents exceeding 6 kg.
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When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 2A. This shifts the centre of
gravity of you and your scooter toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
NOTE: When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward, the
powered scooter may "rollback" approximately 30.5 cm before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse, the powered scooter may "rollback" approximately one
metre before the brake engages.
Figure 2. Normal Driving Position
Figure 2A. Increased Stability Driving Position
CORNERING INFORMATION
Excessively high cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility
of tipping include, but are not limited to, cornering speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning),
uneven road surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction
(such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high speed while turning) and abrupt
directional changes. High cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a
corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your scooter
from tipping.
WARNING!
speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To a void
personal injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.
When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your scooter at higher
BRAKING INFORMATION
Your scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems:
! Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the
centre/stop position.
! Disc Park Brake: Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop or
when power is removed from the system for any reason.
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OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES
Y our scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry , level surfaces
composed of concrete or tarmac. However, Pride recognises that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types. For this reason, your scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil, grass
and gravel. Feel free to use your scooter safely on lawns and in park areas.
! Reduce your scooter’s speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
! Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.
! Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
! If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS
WARNING! Exercise extreme caution when operating the scooter on footpaths, pavements,
bridleways, pedestrian areas and roads. Failure to heed could result in serious injury and/
or damage to your scooter .
STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, KERBS, ETC.)
WARNING! Do not drive near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs (kerbs,
porches, stairs, etc.).
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is
inordinately high. Serious personal injury and/or damage may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have y our scooter proceed rearward down any step, kerb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury.
WARNING! Be sure your scooter is traveling perpendicular to any kerb you may be required
to ascend or descend. See figures 3 and 3A.
WARNING! Do not attempt to negotiate a kerb that has a height greater than 5 cm.
KERB
KERB
Figure 3. Correct Kerb Approach Figure 3A. Incorrect Kerb Approach
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INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
Exposure of your scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your scooter, proceed to shelter at the
earliest opportunity . Thoroughly dry your scooter before storing, charging, or operating your scooter.
WARNING! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy/slippery surfaces
can cause personal injury and/or damage to the scooter and electrical system. Maintain
and store your scooter in a dry and clean condition.
FREEWHEEL MODE
Y our scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that, when engaged, allows the scooter to be pushed.
For more information about how to place your scooter into and out of freewheel mode, see IV . “Y our Scooter.”
WARNING! When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged.
! Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface.
! Ensure the key is removed from the key switch.
! Stand behind the scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode. Never sit on a
scooter to do this.
! After y ou have finished pushing your scooter , always return it to the drive mode to lock
the brakes.
Failure to heed the above could result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.
An added feature built into the scooter is “push-too-fast” protection which safeguards the scooter against
gaining excessive speed while in freewheel mode.
“Push-too-fast” operates differently depending on which of two conditions exists:
! If the key is switched “off” while in freewheel mode, the scooter’s controller activates regenerative
braking when the scooter is pushed faster than a maximum threshold which has been preprogrammed.
In this case, the controller is acting as a speed governor.
! If the key is switched “on” while in freewheel mode, you will encounter considerable resistance at any
speed.
This prevents the scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the manual freewheel lever inad-
vertently be released while driving the scooter .
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use a lift.
WARNING! Do not use your scooter to negotiate steps or escalators. You may cause
injury to yourself and to others and/or damage your scooter.
DOORS
! Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
! Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar.
! Drive your scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open. Or drive your scooter gently and
slowly rearwards to pull the door open.
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